The Yankees celebrate after knocking off the Phillies in Game 6 at Yankee Stadium. (Getty)

By Bryan Hoch / MLB.com

With Series MVP Hideki Matsui's six RBIs and closer Mariano Rivera providing yet another patented finish, the Yankees hoisted the 27th World Series trophy in franchise history. The stirring win over the Phillies secured the Yankees' first Fall Classic triumph since 2000.